TPA's 5K on the Runway - Virtual 5K
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
It's Time For Take off! TPA's 5K on the Runway April 3, 2027 Registration Opens January 15, 2027 This event is like no other in the Tampa Bay area Participants get the rare opportunity to run on a real airport runway - a truly one-of-a-kind experience! Amazing food from our own WayPointeTPA. Spectators are welcome at no additional cost. Registration includes a race shirt. Free parking is available. This race is limited to the first 2,000 participants. There is no onsite registration. Registration opens January 15, 2026 at 12:00am Race Fee: $60 Gates Open @ 6:00AM Runners Move To Start Line @ 7:20AM Race Starts Promptly @ 8:00AM Bib/Shirt Pickup Dates: Tuesday, March 30th (9am - 5pm) Wednesday, March 31st (9am - 7pm) Race Day, April 3rd (6am - 7am) not available after 7:00am! Not in Tampa? Sign up for our Virtual 5K. You pick the path and run when it's convenient for you. We will mail you an awesome TPA 5K shirt with our new finisher medal in April. The run benefits United Way Suncoast, an organization that supports community outreach programs and provides direct and significant impact to improve the lives of thousands of people in the Tampa Bay area. For more information, visit www.TampaAirport.com/5K NOTE: All children must be able to complete the course on their own. No strollers or baby carriers permitted.
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Tampa, FL, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Tampa, FL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- Apr 3, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- Apr 3, 2027 · 1:00 PM (this one)
